2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Maserati | Buick |
Model | Spyder | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3009 mm |